February 2014 in L.A. Weekly Photos

Kelsee BeckerChuckie, Showtek, San Diego's TJR, and Ummet Ozcan were a part of "Finger Lickin' at the Shrine" on Sunday, February 16. As a part of the recent LED/Goldenvoice partnership, this classic EDM big-room blowout brought in an insatiable, colorful crowd. See all of the pictures from "Finger Lickin' at the Shrine."
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Michele McManmonOne of the L.A. area's hidden gems is the Huntington Library, located in Pasadena. Henry Edward Huntington, one of the owners of the Central Pacific Railroad, bought the property which which was once the San Marino Ranch. It was transformed into a showcase that now houses fine art, literary masterpieces, manuscripts, scientific collections, and stunning botanical gardens. See all of the pictures from "A Day at the Huntington Library."
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Star ForemanThe Vintage Fashion Expo at the Los Angeles Convention Center, part of the inaugural Vintage Weekend L.A., brought together vintage dealers from across the country February 8th and 9th. We picked up a vintage 1940s wool suit from Paper Moon Vintage and just missed Jennifer Tilly buying a vintage showgirl headdress from Elsewear Vintage of Orange County. See all of the pictures from "Vintage Fashion Expo @ the Los Angeles Convention Center."
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Timothy NorrisLucha VaVOOM celebrated Valentine’s Day with two sold out shows at The Mayan Theatre. The nights included special performances by Peaches, aerialists Kate and Mei, Lucy Fur, Carolina Cerisola, Karis, Kitten de Ville, Heino and Rico Agave. Let’s not forget the luchadores, Cassandro, Joey Ryan, Dirty Sanchez, Los Crazy Chickens, Chocolate Caliente and more. See all of the pictures from "Lucha VaVOOM Valentine's Photos."
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Timothy NorrisHigh Times Medical Cannabis Cup 2014 in Los Angeles opened at NOS Events Center in San Bernardino. All the latest tips and tricks where on display along with panel discussions under the dome. Let’s not forget B.o.B., Young DRO, Bad AZZ and more to close out the night. See all of the pictures from "High Times Medical Cannabis Cup 2014."
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Anne FishbeinQuesos: assortment of four cheeses at Ración.
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Ración is a secret-handshake kind of restaurant. You’ll find it by ducking through an unobtrusive doorway on quiet, tree-lined, one-way Green Street, just south of Colorado Boulevard and a block from Pasadena’s main shopping thoroughfare. It’s a place you’d be lucky to come across by accident, an unlikely oasis. It’s also one of Southern California’s surprisingly few high-end Spanish restaurants, where, for the last two years, two women - Teresa Montaño and Loretta Peng - have been creating some of the best food in Los Angeles. See all of the pictures from "In Ración's Kitchen With Teresa Montaño and Loretta Peng."
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Lina LecaroMia Wallace, Vincent Vega, and even a "Royale with cheese" were on hand for party princess Muse Zon's sexy Pulp Fiction soiree at the soon-to-be reopened Falcon nightclub in Hollywood. Uma Thurman's black-bobbed, white shirted Mia was hands down the look of the night, and even inspired the center-piece burlesque performance. A latex fashion show, live art and music rounded out the cinematic-flaired rager. See all of the pictures from "Lina in L.A. - Pulp Fiction Fun @ Falcon."
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Anne FishbeinCorned beef tongue on brioche at Ditmas.
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Top Chef alum Alex Reznik has just opened a restaurant with a number of constraints. According to Reznik, Ditmas Kitchen & Cocktails is first and foremost an ode to New York — the restaurant is named for the avenue where the chef grew up in Brooklyn. It’s also kosher, joining a growing number of ambitious kosher restaurants that are popping up nationally. See all of the pictures from "Alex Reznik Cooks Kosher at Ditmas."
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Lina LecaroIt was Love, Hollywood-style, as a bevy of burlesque babes gathered to honor L.A.'s pink corvette-driving billboard queen at the Dragonfly. Strip tease, live music, a fashion show by Jessica Louise and an Angelyne meet and greet rounded out the sexy Valentine's Day festivities. See all of the pictures from "Lina in L.A. - Angelyne's Love Party."
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Anne FishbeinBombolini at Republique.
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République was a long time coming for chef Walter Manzke, who has been pursuing his own restaurant since leaving Church and State in early 2010. Manzke’s medium of choice has been French cooking, from haute cuisine to modern French to straightforward but impeccable brasserie fare. See all of the pictures from "French Connections at République."
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Star ForemanBERMUDEZ PROJECTS opened “i Am a Camera,” a stunning new show by John S. Rabe – host of 89.3-KPCC’s award-winning program Off-Ramp – on February 8th. The show premiered a dozen new limited-edition psychegraphic prints in which he delivered an un-snarky, un-ironic take on iPhone culture. The show, which runs through March 29th, is Rabe's third solo exhibit. See all of the pictures from "Dum Dum Zine #4 Launch @ The Last Bookstore."
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Lina LecaroSan Francisco's wildest, wiggiest party returned to L.A. for the new year with a big and bawdy new show headlined by drag royalty The Lady Bunny and hilarious hostess Heklina. Other cross-dressing creatives taking the stage included Elijah Minnelli, Ambrosia Salad, Honey Bee, Mercy Fuque, Devan Fuque and many more. See all of the pictures from "Lina in L.A. -- Trannyshack at the Dragonfly."
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Anne FishbeinSea urchin croquettes at Maruhide Uni Club.
Any L.A. sea urchin tour probably would find its natural, gluttonous ending point at Maruhide Uni Club, located in a Torrance strip mall. The restaurant has become a beacon for the uni-infatuated bargain hunter: Whether you’re looking to spend $13 or $130, its sole purpose is to fill you with as much uni as possible. See all of the pictures from "A Sea Urchin Feast at Maruhide Uni Club."
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Ted SoquiDumb Starbucks in Los Feliz gripped the collective imagination of L.A. hipsters over the weekend. Was it an art installation? Was it a living protest against commercialism? Was it a punk to the curious who lined up for a taste of Dumb Starbucks? Turns out the store is the backdrop for a Comedy Central television show, Nathan for You. See all of the pictures from "Inside Dumb Starbucks in Los Feliz."
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Timothy NorrisBritish band Spiritualized performed their album Ladies and Gentlemen We Are Floating In Space with orchestra in two sold out shows at the newly reopened The Theatre at Ace (formerly known as the United Artists Theatre) in downtown Los Angeles. See all of the pictures from "Spiritualized @ The Theatre at Ace."
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Shanna GilletteBeats Bistro kicked off the first of a four-part series at the The Troubadour pairing celebrated local bands with renowned local chefs on Sunday, Feb. 16th. Each series, put together by Henry Lawrence Presents, explores a different theme of local culture. This month's "L.A. Soul" performance included Rozzi Crane, Medusa, and Anderson Paak. VIPs enjoyed delicious eats by Chef Alisa Reynolds upstairs and soul food from the Postcards food truck outside. See all of the pictures from "Beats Bistro's "L.A. Soul" @ The Troubadour."
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Timothy NorrisNew Politics performed to a sold out Troubadour on Tuesday night in support of their latest release A Bad Girl In Harlem. Sleeper Agent and Magic Man opened the showNew Politics performed to a sold out Troubadour in support of their latest release A Bad Girl In Harlem. Sleeper Agent and Magic Man opened the show. See all of the pictures from "New Politics @ The Troubadour."
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Lina LecaroA new season of the wild and wiggy L.A.-based TV competition to find the newest "drag superstar" begins tonight on LOGO TV. Check out all the fierce queens competing this year – including three local queens - in these exclusive pics from the premiere party at Beacher's Madhouse inside the Roosevelt Hotel. Also at the flamboyant fete: Kelly Osbourne, America's Next Top Model judge Miss Jay and past Drag Race divas. See all of the pictures from "Lina in L.A. – RuPaul's Drag Race Starts Its Engine At Beacher's Madhouse."
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Aimee CandelariaThe Fremont Street district was known as the "original Las Vegas Strip" over 50 years ago. Within the last decade, Fremont Street East and its surrounding neighborhood has been under revitalization, and has introduced an updated look to bring people back into the area. This includes the much awaited opening of Container Park, an open area of locally owned retail shops and eateries all constructed of recycled shipping containers; the Inspire Theater, a two-story structure featuring a theater, a full bar, a cafe, and a conference-style screening room; and the Emergency Arts building, which supports local artists and businesses. See all of the pictures from "A Tour of Downtown Las Vegas."
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Sammi CohenEspresso lovers, drinkers, and connoisseurs alike celebrated all things coffee at the “Big Western” U.S. Barista Championship in Downtown L.A. It was a proud showing of the Los Angeles coffee community and all of the rich flavors, textures, and brilliant baristas that decorated the event. See all of the pictures from "Big Western U.S. Barista Championship."
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Spiritualized and Miley had banging shows downtown. We took you inside Dumb Starbucks, the Sriracha Factory, and the High Times Cannabis Cup, and then we caught a burlesque tribute to David Bowie and attended an Edwardian Ball and Dapper Day at Disney. Unless you were able to break the laws of space and time, you probably missed out on some awesome stuff this month. Luckily, you have us. Here's a look back at February 2014 in L.A. Weekly Photos.